Como Pronunciar "volvulus"

word

ˈvɒl.vjʊl.əs

VOL-vyu-luhs

ˈvɒl.vjʊl.əs

VOL-vyu-luhs

Definição

A volvulus is a medical condition where a part of the intestine twists around itself, which can block or cut off blood flow to the intestine and cause serious problems if not treated quickly.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈvɒl.vjʊl.əs

Inglês Britânico

ˈvɒl.vjʊl.əs

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

VOL-vyu-luhs

Ouça em Contexto

The doctor diagnosed the patient with volvulus.

Volvulus can cause a blockage in the intestine.

Immediate surgery is needed for volvulus.

If left untreated, volvulus can become life-threatening very quickly.